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It's Not The Problem That Counts - Carter Development Group

Helping organizations value their workforce and build trust using research-driven data and empathy.

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About the Carter Development Group

The Carter Development Group (CDG) is a research, consulting, and inclusive leadership development firm for county and city governments, government agencies, educational institutions, non-profit organizations, and corporations. CDG specializes in strategic planning, change management, racial equity audits for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), conflict resolution services, executive coaching, human capital training, human resource management solutions, and strategic and creative communication.

The Ellison Model (TEM) Inclusive Leadership Framework™ is our signature, research-based approach for personal, professional, and organizational development. The Ellison Model provides the engine for skill-based learning within our three developmental pathways on racial equity, conflict resolution, and leadership.

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OUR PRAXIS SYSTEM

PROTRACTED IDENTITY CONFLICT

Used to develop equity and racial intelligence on systemic racism, marginalization, oppression, and scarcity.

TEM FOCI

An introspective, character development tool used to resolve conflict and develop sustainable relationship-building practices. 

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7-STEP PROCESS

A  strategic planning, change management, and professional development tool for workplace, organizational, and community initiatives.

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Gov Agency & Municipalities

Government Agencies
& Municipalities

K-12 & Higher Education

K-12 & Higher Education

Healthcare

Healthcare

Foundations & Non-profits

Foundations &
Non-Profits

Corporations

Corporations

Men & Boys

Men & Boys

Emerging Leaders Program

Emerging Leaders
Program

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TESTIMONIALS

"The Ellison Model principles have helped me tremendously going up the ladder in my career. Part of the success in my career is the fact that I have a great deal of multi-cultural appreciation, as I deal with in my market segment which is culturally very international..."

Jenny Khol, Designer Account Executive for the Sherwin Williams Company

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